All brides want for their wedding is to look like the most amazing, beautiful, youthful and gorgeous version of themselves. And really, is that so much to ask?
Besides the dress, bridal skincare prep, ring-ready manicure and perfect hairstyle, finding the right wedding makeup look is too, a top priority. And whether you plan on doing it yourself or hiring a professional, we’ve rounded up the most stunning and timeless bridal makeup looks to help you find ‘the one’.
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Rosie’s radiant skin and softly shadow-lined eyes accentuates her natural beauty, while leaving the spotlight free for a punchy terracotta-nude lip.
Image: @hungvanngo
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At first glance this is all about the brows and glow, but take a closer peak and you’ll see some freckles poking through. Skin wins.
Image: @zendaya Makeup: @nikki_makeup
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Tightlining is a great technique to keep the eyes defined for photos, without taking away any length from the lashes.
Image: @Serenawylliemakeup
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This look is all about the little touches. Think light layers, subtle shadows and a few single lash falsies to open up the eyes.
Image: @Nikki_makeup
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We brow down to this classic beauty. If you’re wearing a strapless gown, a little illuminator on the collarbone can go a long way.
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Sometimes glowing skin, a subtle smokey eye and gloss is all you need.
Image: @bbpro_amyconway
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If you’re a fan of colour, there’s ways it can be worked in without overwhelming your entire look. A little emerald on the centre of the eyelid here is subtle but stunning.
Image: @gemma_chan
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He can’t refuse-ya if you’re wearing fushcia! Ok, so our saying may not catch on, but you’ve got to admit, it looks damn good.
Image: @jilliandempsey
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Peachy cheeks and a rosey pout. Perfection.
Image: @makeupvincent
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Nothing beats a classic eyeliner flick, wedding aisle or no. Pair it with a glossy nude and you’re ready to say ‘I do’. Simples.
Image: @adeolagboyega
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As if we could leave our golden girl out of a wedding makeup round up. Ditch the eyeliner and make your eyes shine with a reflective or metallic eyeshadow if you consider Margot your muse.
Image: @patidubroff
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Not all brides wear white, and not all brides favour beige makeup. Go for gold with your eyes if you’re a fan of glitz and glitter. A berry lip always makes for a good match too.
Image: @patidubroff
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If you’re a big fan of the smokey eye, try this one for size. Controlled, but still sultry, it defines the eye without taking over the entire lid. Stunning.
Image: @chloemorello
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If you’re having a beach or location wedding, bronzer is your best-on-ground. A dusting on the eyes, cheekbones and down the centre of the nose will give you that sunkissed, happy-bride glow.
Image: @jdolls
My favourite is Gemma Chan who has a more natural look. I was particularly struck by the heavy eyebrows in most of the girls.
Definitely preferred the more natural looks over the heavier bolder eyes and smokiness
I am doing my own wedding makeup- getting married this year and I’m SO excited!! I’m a big fan of the more natural looks, to mainly enhance features. My skin is olive toned, so I’m thinking some nice champagne colour on my eyes for a slight bit of shimmer, false lashes and a pink tint lip. I want to glow and look my best, but look like myself too
I like to steal weddingy ideas for everyday. Why not!?! : D (not the whole lot at once – just an idea here or there)